Gigi Hadid currently covers Vogue Arabia, looking absolutely stunning. It is the debut print issue for the brand, and Gigi has taken to social media to express how grateful she is to be the publication's first-ever cover star. It seems designer Tommy Hilfiger feels quite strongly about the cover, as well.

When the cover first debuted, Gigi said "Being half-Palestinian, it means the world to me to be on the first ever cover(s) of @voguearabia, and I hope that this magazine will show another layer of the fashion industry's desire to continue to accept, celebrate, and incorporate all people & customs and make everyone feel like they have fashion images and moments they can relate to." Tommy has since expanded upon that theme, telling TMZ on Friday: "I think that it may melt relations, increase the love between Middle East and America, Gigi's the conduit."

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While those are massive shoes to hand over to Gigi, the choice of her face on this cover does makes a powerful statement. Additionally, since the beginning of Tommy and Gigi's partnerships (with runway shows and two capsule collections to date), he has always spoken out about how much he loves her and supports her career and causes. His latest statement, however, takes the cake. Gigi and Vogue Arabia has yet to address Tommy's comments, but check this space for updates.